Question 1. (15 points) The committee responsible for drafting the Social Security Act (SSA) of 1935 considered but decided against the inclusion of a health insurance program. The Medicare program was passed in 1965 as a modification to the SSA.A. Briefly explain some of the circumstances that delayed the passage of the Medicare program. Please respond in 1-2 paragraphs. (10 points)B. Please do some research and briefly describe at least one modification to the Medicare program since its 1965 implementation. Be specific, and please respond in 3-5 sentences. (5 points)
Question 2. (15 points) Discuss the role of each branch of the federal government in policy implementation. Why are each of these roles important? Please respond in up to 3-4 paragraphs.Questions 3 and 4 relate to our lecture on COVID-19 and public health policy.
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